Credentialed Diabetes Educators are specialists in diabetes. They are health professionals who have completed further study to focus their efforts on helping people with diabetes self-manage their diabetes effectively and prevent complications. Educators can provide advice of glucose monitoring and explanations of medication requirements.
A diabetes educator can be the first point of call when you are wanting more information, support and/or motivation in the management of your diabetes and the link between other health professionals. Educators have in-depth knowledge on all aspects of diabetes and can recognise when you need to see other members of your health care team.